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An Architect's Guide to Conversions - From Commericial Use to Residential Properties

Changing the use of a property from Commerical to Residential can be an appealing prospect for buyers. While vacant plots of land in London are expensive and hard to come by, creating a dream home from an existing commercial building could offer a more cost-effective and architecturally interesting route to explore.

Our Latest Wimbledon Home Renovation Project is Now Complete

Do I Need Planning Permission for my Build?

One of the most common questions we get here at Hoban Design from our clients is: "will I need planning permission for my build?" So here's some information that will allow you to work out for yourself whether or not it's likely that your project requires planning permission.

Anniversary of James Hoban, Architect of the White House

Stop the Press! Kylemore House features in worldwide publications

Following the success of Kylemore House at the Evening Standard Awards, the home has been publicised in numerous high profile publications in the UK and further afield. Hoban Design are delighted to see the exposure the building is achieving.

Coombe Estate House concrete frame completed.

Seymour House hits Halfway Point

We have reached over half way through the difficult construction stage for the Seymour project. The sloping site has been a challenge where the new two storey extension and external entertaining terrace is being constructed.